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Tag: safety

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Uncommon objects can interfere with power lines

Balloons? A trampoline? Yep, these things can cause power outages and damage equipment. Use these tips to help prevent such items from going airborne.

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3 ways to identify a utility worker

Scammers don’t always hide behind a telephone. Sometimes they try to take advantage of customers by posing as utility employees. These tips can help you identify a legitimate utility worker.

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Is your meter easy and safe to access?

OPPD meter technicians need to access customers' electric meters for a variety of reasons; these tips will help you make sure yours is unobstructed and safe to access.

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What you need to know about portable home generators

You may be tempted to purchase a generator in the event of a power outage. Remember these tips to operate it safely.

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These tips can help you stay safe,
warm when wind chills plummet

If you have to go outside when wind chills are dangerously low, follow these tips and guidelines to stay safe.

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Harvest safety: Keep an eye on power lines

As harvest season gets into full swing, it's a good time to review safety guidelines for using equipment around power lines.

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